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F1 Diecast Models 2026: Bburago Formula 1 Collector's Guide

Best F1 Diecast Models: The Complete Bburago Formula 1 Collector's Guide

Last Updated: November 2026 - every model below was checked and in stock at the time of this update, including the new 2025-season cars.

Few collectibles capture the drama of Formula 1 like a properly detailed scale model of the car itself. Bburago has become the go-to brand for officially licensed F1 diecast β€” real rubber tires, accurate liveries, true-to-scale bodywork, and pricing that ranges from impulse-buy desk pieces to centerpiece 1/18 builds. This guide covers our favorite Bburago F1 models in stock, organized by team, with the scales, prices, and details that matter when you're deciding what to add to your shelf.

Whether you're a Ferrari tifoso, a Red Bull championship-era collector, a Mercedes fan chasing the Hamilton and Russell years, or you just want a grid of modern F1 machinery on your desk, there's a model here for your collection and your budget.

Why Bburago for F1 Models?

Bburago holds official Formula 1 licensing, which means the liveries, sponsor decals, driver numbers, and team branding are accurate β€” not generic approximations. Across the range you'll find:

  • Official F1 licensing: Authentic team liveries and sponsor placement
  • Real rubber tires: Not hard plastic β€” proper detail down to the contact patch
  • Multiple scales: 1/64 pocket-size, 1/43 desk pieces, 1/24 mid-size display, and 1/18 centerpiece models
  • Steerable front wheels on the 1/18 cars for display posing
  • Display cases included on select models to keep dust off
  • Driver figures available on certain Race Series releases

F1 Diecast Scales: Which Size Is Right for You?

1/43 Scale β€” Desk & Shelf Pieces ($16–$27)

About 4–5 inches long. The most affordable entry point and perfect for collectors building a full grid without taking over a room. Great starter scale or for filling out a multi-car display.

1/24 Scale β€” Mid-Size Display ($38–$52)

Roughly 9 inches long. The sweet spot for detail versus shelf space β€” large enough to show off livery and aero detail, compact enough to display several. Many include display cases or driver figures.

1/18 Scale β€” Centerpiece Models ($85–$95)

Around 11.5–12 inches long. These are the show pieces β€” steerable wheels, maximum detail, and the presence to anchor a display shelf. If you want one definitive model of your favorite car, this is the scale.

πŸ† Best Centerpiece: Ferrari SF-25 #44 Lewis Hamilton 1/18 β€” $94.99
Hamilton's first season in Ferrari red, in maximum detail

πŸ† Best Championship Piece: Red Bull RB19 #1 Max Verstappen 1/24 with Display Case β€” $49.99
The dominant 2023 Drivers' Champion car

πŸ’° Best Value: Mercedes-AMG W12 #77 Valtteri Bottas 1/43 β€” $16.04
Officially licensed F1 detail under $17

⭐ Best for Hamilton Fans: Mercedes W14 #44 Lewis Hamilton 1/24 β€” $51.99
His final-era Mercedes, to pair with his new SF-25

🧑 Best 2025 Race Winner: McLaren MCL39 #4 Lando Norris 1/43 with Display Case β€” $26.99
Norris's 2025 Australian GP winner

New for 2025: The Latest F1 Season Cars

The newest cars in our Bburago F1 range, from the 2025 season - including Lewis Hamilton's first year at Ferrari and Lando Norris's season-opening win.

Ferrari SF-25 #44 Lewis Hamilton (2025) 1/18 β€” Best Centerpiece

Ferrari SF-25 #44 Lewis Hamilton 2025 1/18 Bburago

Price: $94.99 | Scale: 1/18 | Item: 16816LH

The car every Hamilton fan has been waiting for: #44 in Ferrari red for his first season with the Scuderia. In full 1/18 "Formula Racing" Series detail, this is the new definitive Ferrari centerpiece.

  • Hamilton's first season at Ferrari
  • 2025 SF-25 in full Ferrari livery
  • Large 1/18 centerpiece scale
  • Pairs with the Leclerc SF-25

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Ferrari SF-25 #16 Charles Leclerc (2025) 1/18

Ferrari SF-25 #16 Charles Leclerc 2025 1/18 Bburago

Price: $94.99 | Scale: 1/18 | Item: 16816CL

Leclerc's #16 SF-25 - the teammate car to Hamilton's. Together they make the complete 2025 Ferrari lineup in matching 1/18 scale.

  • 2025 SF-25 in #16 Leclerc spec
  • Matches the Hamilton SF-25
  • Large 1/18 centerpiece scale

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McLaren MCL39 #4 Lando Norris "Australian GP Winner" (2025) 1/43 with Display Case

McLaren MCL39 #4 Lando Norris Australian GP Winner 2025 1/43 Bburago

Price: $26.99 | Scale: 1/43 | Item: 38249LN | Includes display case

Norris's MCL39 from his win at the 2025 Australian GP, the season opener. A great-value way to add a current race winner to your grid, with a display case included.

  • 2025 Australian GP winner
  • Display case included
  • Under $27
  • Papaya McLaren livery

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Red Bull RB21 #1 Max Verstappen (2025) 1/43 with Display Case

Red Bull RB21 #1 Max Verstappen 2025 1/43 Bburago

Price: $26.99 | Scale: 1/43 | Item: 38234MV | Includes display case

Verstappen's 2025 RB21, still carrying the #1. Add it to your RB18 and RB19 to trace Red Bull's run from 2022 to 2025.

  • 2025 RB21 in #1 Verstappen spec
  • Display case included
  • Continues the RB18/RB19 progression

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Aston Martin AMR25 #14 Fernando Alonso with Driver Figure (2025) 1/24

Aston Martin AMR25 #14 Fernando Alonso 2025 1/24 Bburago

Price: $47.99 | Scale: 1/24 | Item: 28071FA | Includes driver figure

Two-time World Champion Fernando Alonso's 2025 Aston Martin in British racing green, with a driver figure for a complete display.

  • Includes an Alonso driver figure
  • 2025 AMR25 Aramco livery
  • 1/24 mid-size display scale

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Ferrari SF-25 #44 Lewis Hamilton (2025) 1/64 β€” Pocket-Size Pick

Ferrari SF-25 #44 Lewis Hamilton 2025 1/64 Bburago

Price: $17.99 | Scale: 1/64 | Item: 56801LH

Hamilton's Ferrari in small 1/64 scale - an easy gift or desk piece for under $18.

  • Under $18
  • Hamilton's 2025 Ferrari
  • Compact 1/64 scale

Shop SF-25 Hamilton 1/64 β†’


Ferrari F1 Diecast Models

The most iconic name in Formula 1, and the deepest part of this collection. Beyond the 2025 SF-25 above, Bburago's Ferrari range spans the 2021 SF21 through the 2023 SF-23, including the special "Giallo Modena" yellow Italian GP liveries that celebrate Ferrari's home race. Every Ferrari model in this section is 1/18 scale β€” full centerpiece treatment.

Ferrari SF-23 #16 Charles Leclerc (2023) 1/18

Ferrari SF-23 #16 Charles Leclerc Formula One F1 World Championship (2023) 1/18 Diecast Model Car by Bburago

Price: $87.99 | Scale: 1/18 | Item: 16812CL | Length: ~12 inches

A modern Ferrari centerpiece at a lower price than the SF-25. Leclerc's 2023 SF-23 in full Scuderia livery, with steerable front wheels, real rubber tires, and the detailed bodywork that makes 1/18 the collector's choice.

  • 2023 SF-23 chassis
  • Charles Leclerc #16 full Ferrari livery
  • Steerable front wheels for display posing
  • ~12 inches of detailed bodywork

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Ferrari SF-23 #55 Carlos Sainz (2023) 1/18

Ferrari SF-23 #55 Carlos Sainz Formula One F1 World Championship (2023) 1/18 Diecast Model Car by Bburago

Price: $87.99 | Scale: 1/18 | Item: 16812CS

The sister car to Leclerc's SF-23 β€” Carlos Sainz's #55 in the same 2023 Ferrari livery. Pair them for a complete two-car Ferrari grid in matching scale.

  • 2023 SF-23 in #55 Sainz spec
  • Matches the Leclerc SF-23 for a paired display
  • Steerable wheels, rubber tires, 1/18 detail

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Ferrari F1-75 #16 Charles Leclerc (2022) 1/18

Ferrari F1-75 #16 Charles Leclerc

Price: $84.99 | Scale: 1/18 | Item: 16811CL

The 2022 F1-75 marked Ferrari's return to the front of the grid. Leclerc's #16 in classic Rosso Corsa β€” a strong-season car that's become a fan favorite.

  • 2022 F1-75, Ferrari's competitive return
  • Leclerc #16 in classic Ferrari red
  • 1/18 scale with steerable wheels

Shop F1-75 Leclerc β†’


Ferrari F1-75 #16 Charles Leclerc "Giallo Modena" Italian GP (2022) 1/18 β€” Special Livery

Ferrari F1-75 #16 Charles Leclerc

Price: $84.99 | Scale: 1/18 | Item: 16811CLMZ

A standout for collectors: the special yellow "Giallo Modena" accents Ferrari ran at their home Italian GP, commemorating Leclerc's 2nd-place finish. The yellow detailing makes this one of the most distinctive Ferraris in the range.

  • Special Giallo Modena home-race livery
  • Commemorates 2nd place at the 2022 Italian GP
  • The collector's pick for something different from standard red

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Ferrari F1-75 #55 Carlos Sainz (2022) 1/18

Ferrari F1-75 #55 Carlos Sainz

Price: $84.99 | Scale: 1/18 | Item: 16811CS

Sainz's #55 F1-75 in standard Ferrari livery β€” the companion to Leclerc's 2022 car for collectors building the full team.

  • 2022 F1-75 in #55 Sainz spec
  • Classic Ferrari red livery
  • Pairs with the Leclerc F1-75

Shop F1-75 Sainz β†’


Ferrari F1-75 #55 Carlos Sainz "Giallo Modena" Italian GP (2022) 1/18

Ferrari F1-75 #55 Carlos Sainz

Price: $84.99 | Scale: 1/18 | Item: 16811CSMZ

The Sainz half of the special Italian GP pairing β€” #55 in the yellow Giallo Modena home-race livery. Collect both Giallo Modena cars for a unique matched set.

  • Special Giallo Modena Italian GP livery
  • Sainz #55 companion to the Leclerc special
  • Distinctive yellow detailing

Shop F1-75 Giallo Modena (Sainz) β†’


Ferrari SF21 #55 Carlos Sainz (2021) 1/18

Ferrari SF21 #55 Carlos Sainz Formula One F1

Price: $84.99 | Scale: 1/18 | Item: 16809SA

Sainz's first season in red β€” the 2021 SF21. A good pick for collectors who want to trace Ferrari's recent evolution from the SF21 through the F1-75 and SF-23.

  • 2021 SF21, Sainz's debut Ferrari season
  • Completes a 2021–2023 Ferrari progression
  • 1/18 scale, rubber tires, steerable wheels

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Want to see Ferrari's road cars in the same scale? Browse the full 1/18 diecast collection for everything from F1 machinery to Ferrari supercars.

Red Bull Racing F1 Diecast Models

The championship-era cars. Red Bull's dominant 2022–2023 run is captured here in the RB18 and RB19 β€” including Max Verstappen's Drivers' Champion car and the Constructors' Champion editions. Several come with display cases or driver figures.

Red Bull RB19 #1 Max Verstappen "Drivers' Champion" (2023) 1/24 with Display Case β€” Best Championship Piece

Red Bull Racing RB19 #1 Max Verstappen

Price: $49.99 | Scale: 1/24 | Item: 28030MV | Includes display case

The #1 car from one of the most dominant seasons in F1 history. Verstappen's 2023 RB19 carrying the champion's number, complete with a display case to keep it pristine. If you collect winning cars, this is the one.

  • 2023 RB19 in #1 champion's livery
  • Display case included
  • Commemorates a record-breaking season
  • Oracle Red Bull Racing official livery

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Red Bull RB19 #11 Sergio Perez "Race Series" (2023) 1/18 β€” Largest Red Bull

Red Bull Racing RB19 #11 Sergio Perez

Price: $89.99 | Scale: 1/18 | Item: 18003SP | Length: ~11.5 inches

The biggest Red Bull in the range β€” Perez's #11 RB19 in 1/18 Race Series trim with steerable wheels. The centerpiece option for Red Bull collectors who want maximum scale and detail.

  • 1/18 Race Series β€” the largest RB19 available
  • Steerable front wheels
  • ~11.5 inches of detailed bodywork
  • Oracle Red Bull livery

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Red Bull RB19 #11 Sergio Perez with Driver Figure (2023) 1/24

Red Bull Racing RB19 #11 Sergio Perez

Price: $49.99 | Scale: 1/24 | Item: 28036SP | Includes driver figure

The 2023 Constructors' Champion RB19 in 1/24, paired with a driver figure for a more dynamic display. A nice mid-size companion to the Verstappen championship car.

  • Includes a Sergio Perez driver figure
  • 2023 Constructors' Champion season
  • Pairs with the #1 Verstappen RB19

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Red Bull RB18 #11 Sergio Perez "Constructor's Champion" (2022) 1/24

Red Bull Racing RB18 #11 Sergio Perez

Price: $47.99 | Scale: 1/24 | Item: 28026SP | Includes display case

The car that kicked off Red Bull's championship run β€” the 2022 RB18 in Perez's #11. Comes with a display case and marks the start of the team's dominant era.

  • 2022 RB18, start of the championship run
  • Display case included
  • Constructors' Champion season car

Shop RB18 Perez β†’


Looking for more 1/24 display models? The full 1/24 diecast collection has racing and road cars in this popular display size.

Mercedes-AMG F1 Diecast Models

The Silver Arrows era, including Lewis Hamilton's final Mercedes seasons before his move to Ferrari. This range spans the 2021 W12 through the 2023 W14, in scales from budget 1/43 up to detailed 1/24 β€” several with display cases or driver figures.

Mercedes-AMG W14 #44 Lewis Hamilton "Petronas" (2023) 1/24 β€” Best for Hamilton Fans

Mercedes-AMG F1 W14 E Performance #44 Lewis Hamilton

Price: $51.99 | Scale: 1/24 | Item: 28028LH

Hamilton's 2023 W14 in the iconic Petronas livery β€” one of his final cars in Mercedes silver and teal before the 2025 Ferrari switch. A must-have for Hamilton collectors marking the end of an era.

  • 2023 W14 in #44 Hamilton spec
  • Classic Petronas Mercedes livery
  • Among Hamilton's last Mercedes-era cars
  • 1/24 mid-size display scale

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Mercedes-AMG W14 #44 Lewis Hamilton with Driver Figure (2023) 1/24

Mercedes-AMG F1 W14 E Performance #44 Lewis Hamilton with Driver Figure (2023) 1/24 Diecast Model Car by Bburago

Price: $49.99 | Scale: 1/24 | Item: 28037LH | Includes driver figure

The same 2023 W14 with an added Lewis Hamilton driver figure (about 3 inches tall) for a more complete trackside display. Race Series presentation.

  • Includes a Hamilton driver figure
  • 2023 W14 Petronas livery
  • Race Series display presentation

Shop W14 Hamilton + Figure β†’


Mercedes-AMG W14 #63 George Russell with Driver Figure (2023) 1/24

Mercedes-AMG W14 E Performance #63 George Russell with Driver Figure (2023) 1/24 Diecast Model Car by Bburago

Price: $47.99 | Scale: 1/24 | Item: 28037GR | Includes driver figure

Russell's #63 W14 with driver figure β€” the teammate car to Hamilton's 2023 Mercedes. Collect both for the complete Silver Arrows lineup.

  • Includes a Russell driver figure
  • 2023 W14 in #63 spec
  • Pairs with the Hamilton W14

Shop W14 Russell + Figure β†’


Mercedes-AMG W14 #63 George Russell "Petronas" (2023) 1/24

Mercedes-AMG F1 W14 E Performance #63 George Russell

Price: $38.04 | Scale: 1/24 | Item: 28028GR | Includes display case

The display-case version of Russell's 2023 W14 β€” keep it sealed and dust-free. The most affordable way into the 1/24 Mercedes range.

  • Display case included
  • 2023 W14 Petronas livery
  • Best-value 1/24 Mercedes

Shop W14 Russell β†’


Mercedes-AMG W13 #63 George Russell (2022) 1/43 with Display Case

Mercedes-AMG F1 W13 E Performance #63 George Russell (2022) with Display Case 1/43 Diecast Model Car by Bburago

Price: $23.99 | Scale: 1/43 | Item: 38066GR | Includes display case

Russell's 2022 W13 in compact 1/43 with a display case β€” an affordable desk-scale piece that still includes case protection. Great for filling out a multi-car grid.

  • 2022 W13 in 1/43 desk scale
  • Display case included
  • Affordable grid-filler

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Mercedes-AMG W12 #77 Valtteri Bottas (2021) 1/43 β€” Best Value

Mercedes-AMG F1 W12 E Performance #77 Valtteri Bottas Formula One F1 (2021) 1/43 Diecast Model Car by Bburago

Price: $16.04 | Scale: 1/43 | Item: 38038VB

The most affordable model in the entire guide β€” Bottas's 2021 W12 in 1/43 for just over $16. Officially licensed F1 detail at an impulse-buy price, and the easiest way to start a collection.

  • Under $17 β€” the best-value F1 model here
  • 2021 W12 in #77 Bottas spec
  • Officially licensed, real rubber tires
  • Perfect entry point for new collectors

Shop W12 Bottas β†’


Building a budget-friendly grid? The 1/43 diecast collection is the affordable scale for collecting multiple cars without taking over a shelf.

Alpine F1 Diecast Models

The French entry on the grid. Alpine's distinctive blue-and-pink BWT livery stands out in any collection.

Alpine A524 #31 Esteban Ocon "BWT" (2024) 1/43

Alpine A524 #31 Esteban Ocon

Price: $20.99 | Scale: 1/43 | Item: 38219EO | Length: ~5 inches

Ocon's 2024 Alpine A524 in the eye-catching BWT livery. A recent car at an accessible 1/43 price point, and a distinctive splash of color against the reds and silvers of the rest of the grid.

  • 2024 season car
  • Distinctive BWT blue-and-pink livery
  • Esteban Ocon #31
  • Affordable 1/43 desk scale

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F1 Collecting Tips

Choosing Your Scale

  • Building a full grid? Stick to 1/43 β€” affordable and space-efficient for many cars
  • Want detail without sprawl? 1/24 is the sweet spot, often with cases or figures
  • One definitive piece? Go 1/18 for your favorite car and driver
  • Mixing scales looks busy β€” pick one as your primary and stay consistent

Protecting Your Collection

  • Keep models out of direct sunlight β€” liveries can fade over years
  • Prioritize models that include display cases, or add acrylic cases separately
  • Handle by the chassis, not delicate wings or aero parts
  • Models in original packaging hold value best if you ever resell

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Bburago F1 models officially licensed?

Yes. Bburago holds official Formula 1 licensing, so liveries, sponsor decals, driver numbers, and team branding are accurate rather than generic. Each model is sold in the manufacturer's original packaging.

What's the best scale for F1 diecast?

It depends on your goal. 1/43 is best for affordably collecting many cars, 1/24 balances detail and space, and 1/18 delivers maximum detail for a centerpiece. If you're starting out, a 1/43 model like the W12 Bottas at $16.04 is a low-risk entry point.

Do these models have opening parts?

F1 cars are single-piece bodywork in reality, so these models don't have opening panels. The 1/18 cars do feature steerable front wheels for display posing, and all models have real rubber tires and detailed interiors and exteriors.

Which models come with a display case?

Several do β€” including the RB19 Verstappen 1/24, RB18 Perez 1/24, W14 Russell 1/24, W13 Russell 1/43, and the 2025 RB21 Verstappen and MCL39 Norris 1/43 models. A case keeps dust off without needing a separate purchase. Models with driver figures (Hamilton, Russell, Perez, Alonso) are noted in their listings.

Can I collect a full team?

Yes β€” that's part of the appeal. Both Ferrari drivers are available in matching 1/18 across the F1-75, SF-23, and 2025 SF-25 (Hamilton and Leclerc), both Mercedes drivers in 1/24 W14, and the special Giallo Modena Ferraris come as a matched #16/#55 pair.

Start Your F1 Collection

From a $16 Mercedes W12 to a $95 Ferrari SF-25 centerpiece, this Bburago range covers every F1 collector β€” the new 2025 cars, championship-era Red Bulls, the full Ferrari progression, and Hamilton's final Mercedes seasons. Pick the scale that fits your shelf, start with the car and driver that mean the most to you, and build from there.

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Completing the Display: From the Car to the Driver

A great F1 model captures the machine. The other half of the story is the driver. Some collectors anchor their shelf with a full-size hand-painted 1:1 F1 replica display helmet from 123Helmets.com β€” a display piece (not protective gear) painted to the exact livery. Next to a row of scale models, it makes a natural centerpiece: the car in miniature, the driver at full scale.